Breast | Inverted Nipple Surgery

For many women, having inverted nipples can be distressing. Lying flat against the breast or actually pulling in from the breast surface, they can be a source of self-consciousness and breastfeeding problems.

Nipple inversion affects 2% of all men and women. There are various degrees of how "shy" the nipples can be. Some individuals are born with inverted nipples, while others become inverted later in life. This can occur following breastfeeding, or sometimes as a result of a tumor pulling the nipple inward. Correction involves a simple surgery on the nipples that leaves minimal scarring and gives a natural appearance. The milk ducts are spared for future breastfeeding.

"Dr. Rahban is truly gifted and talented. Every time I went in for an appointment he took his time examining me and answered each and every question I had. If you're considering any type of plastic surgery I highly recommend visiting Dr. Rahban." G.R.

What it is:

An inverted or "shy" nipple happens to 2% of all men and women, and there are varying degrees of inversion. Correction involves a simple surgery.

Nipple inversion affects 2% of all men and women. There are various degrees of how "shy" the nipples can be. Some individuals are born with inverted nipples, while others become inverted later in life. This can occur following breastfeeding, or sometimes as a result of a tumor pulling the nipple inward. Correction involves a simple surgery on the nipples that leaves minimal scarring and gives a natural appearance. The milk ducts are spared for future breastfeeding.

Why you may want a breast reduction:

Breast-feeding. Breast-feeding can be difficult or even impossible with inverted nipples.

Aesthetics. You may feel that your breasts will be more attractive with outwardly-facing nipples.

What you want:

Simple surgery, expertly performed. You'd like to reverse the inversion of your nipples, and you would like to do with a simple surgery and minimal scarring.

What you can expect in your Initial Consultation:

If you are considering this procedure, please come in for a consultation with Dr. Rahban. You can expect your initial exam and consultation to take an hour or more. In your consultation, Dr. Rahban will:

Listen to what you'd like to achieve with your surgery

Perform a thorough examination

Tell you exactly what he recommends and why

Make sure that any questions you have about insurance and financing are completely answered

What Our Patients Say: Susan G.

I interviewed 4 surgeons before choosing Dr. Rahban for my breast implant removal and replacement. He took over an hour in my consultation, offering many more options to improve my results and overall appearance. Not only looking at my body type with a very discerning and artistic eye, (I'm a lean, muscular 63 year old with little body fat) but offering a solution to prevent the same problem from occurring again. I felt totally confident with his professional, encouraging and kind demeanor.

"During the surgery, Dr. Rahban spent several more hours than anticipated to assure that my outcome was symmetrical and aesthetically perfect! I cannot be more pleased. I was very concerned about scarring because I had a breast lift as well, requiring nipple replacement and two other incisions. However, due to the extra suturing and fine attention to detail, after 3 months my scars are barely visible, just some redness.

"I would recommend Dr. Rahban to anyone, especially anyone considering reconstructive surgery. He is truly an artist with great patience and bedside manner." - Susan G.

Come in for a Consultation with Dr. Rahban

When Dr. Rahban does a consultation with a prospective patient, he wants it to be two things above all others: thorough and honest. He will find out from
you just what you want from cosmetic surgery. And he will tell you honestly if you can get the result you want, and how he can best help you do so.